CellWell record HH-589858
Red cell distribution width and reticulocyte hemoglobin content as predictors of iron depletion in children with cyanotic congenital heart disease
Hanyudh Prichayudh; Kanhatai Chiengthong; Khwaunrat Whaidee; Navaporn Phiphattanatikanunt; Vidhavas La-Orkhun; Pornthep Lertsapcharoen
2026
In plain language
In 110 children with cyanotic congenital heart disease, red cell distribution width of 18.8% or higher and low reticulocyte hemoglobin content independently predicted iron depletion, whereas hemoglobin and hematocrit did not distinguish iron status.
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